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Laura Figi

Senior City Editor, ATXtoday

Laura Figi has called Austin home for more than 12 years and has been known to say it’s her “favorite city in the world.” A proud graduate of Texas State University, she’s been working in local news since 2020. When she’s not working and learning about the community, you can find her at the local thrift shop, spending time with her two cats, or listening to live music.

The neighborhood’s model home is now open for prospects to get a taste of ICON’s most luxurious and largest abodes to date.
Bird will also be joined by Madison Cunningham at the seventh annual fundraising concert for the Hi, How Are You Project.
At these 10 miniature art galleries in the Tampa Bay area, you can take a piece of art or leave one for your neighbors to love.
Lorne Michaels’ archive of prominent films, the famous comedy sketch show, and early works will go on display this fall.
You’ll never have to deal with a layover again, because these are just a few of ABIA’s nonstop flights, which will take you to over 100 cities in the US and abroad.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchased a parcel of land adjacent to the park famous for its massive pink granite dome.
Austin’s first light rail project is slated to open in 2033, featuring a bridge over Lady Bird Lake and planned connections to the airport.
Looking to localize your music library? Start with this playlist or add a song or two from your favorite Austin-based artist.
At these 10 miniature art galleries in the Austin area, you can take a piece of art or leave one for your neighbors to love.
Austin’s going to look a little different by this time next year — check out a few projects that will contribute to the Capital City’s changing scenery.
Whether you’re sober curious or fully alcohol-free, these 30+ Austin businesses serve up delicious mocktails you won’t want to miss.
Save this page to plan your year’s worth of festivities.
The home services company helps single mothers, veterans, and older Austinites with yard work that would otherwise be difficult to undertake alone.
We spent 2024 doing what we do best — chatting with Austinites who are making our fair city a better place.
The 3D-printing construction company partnered with Camp Mabry to bring fresh buildings to the home of the Texas National Guard and the Texas State Guard.
Treat Santa (or your loved ones) to some gourmet goodies from local bakeries this year — they’re a present all their own.
The Mermaid Capital of Texas, home to Texas State University, and riverside town is a great place to take a day trip — we’ve got all the spots to hit when you visit.
The robots are driving in ATX. Keep your eyes peeled for these companies, which are driving or getting ready to deploy driverless vehicles in town.
We’re dreaming of a green Christmas.
Plus, the music lineup for the annual tradition is here, featuring artists like Chief Cleopatra and Como Las Movies.
Whether you don’t want to bother with cooking or you want to treat the family to a delicious meal out, here are a few restaurants to try.
The Texas grocer’s oldest location in Austin is now a shiny, new gem in the Violet Crown.
The beloved local tradition has taken multiple different forms over the years, and was once called “Yule Fest.”
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Austin’s chapter, I Live Here I Give Here, by giving back to one of these 18 nonprofits helping various causes around the city.
The Capital City is serious about its 33+ million trees — so much so that many of them are protected by the Heritage Tree Ordinance.
Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle — stroll through six of Austin’s holiday pop-up bars for fun with friends and potential for prizes.
We’re here to make your flying process plane and simple.
Allow us to take you on a sleigh ride through the Austin area’s huge collection of holiday lights, shows, and displays.
It’s a mini city-wide scavenger hunt in the supermarket, and all the references are different throughout each Trader Joe’s location.
‘Tis the season to give back to the Austin community through Me Nd Adam’s Keep Austin Cheer’d — an annual charity event that benefits Casa Marianella.